Maeroa, Hamilton

Explore more, worry less at Ryman

Explore more, worry less at Ryman

With Ryman’s lock-and-leave-style living, you’re free to explore without worrying about home maintenance or security.

235 days ago

Watercolour Art Class

Arts for Health from Arts for Health Community Trust

Explore the world of watercolour painting in our beginner to intermediate class, crafted to boost your creativity and artistic skills! Perfect for newcomers or those refining their talent, this class provides a supportive space for growth and learning.

Guided by our experienced instructor, … View more
Explore the world of watercolour painting in our beginner to intermediate class, crafted to boost your creativity and artistic skills! Perfect for newcomers or those refining their talent, this class provides a supportive space for growth and learning.

Guided by our experienced instructor, you'll delve into watercolour techniques, from mastering washes to blending and layering colours. Each inspiring session combines the freedom to experiment with structured guidance, enhancing your painting abilities.


Materials supplied for the first two classes, after this you must bring your own.

Term 2 consists of 8 sessions
Starts Tuesday 14th May
9.30am - 11.30am

$175 per term, bring your own materials.

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236 days ago

The perfect treat this Mother's Day

Sunday Star Times

This Mother's Day treat yourself or a loved one with the ultimate Sunday self-care gift.

Purchase a discounted subscription to Sunday Star-Times before 12 May, and receive a FREE Antipodes Maya Hyaluronic 72-Hour Hydration Serum worth $56*. Find out more below.

Gifting a subscription? … View more
This Mother's Day treat yourself or a loved one with the ultimate Sunday self-care gift.

Purchase a discounted subscription to Sunday Star-Times before 12 May, and receive a FREE Antipodes Maya Hyaluronic 72-Hour Hydration Serum worth $56*. Find out more below.

Gifting a subscription? Add a personalised e-card to your order to make your gift even more special. Offer ends next week so don’t miss out! T&Cs apply, promo code must be applied.
Find out more

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237 days ago

Adults Arts Therapy Open Studio

Arts for Health from Arts for Health Community Trust

Join our 9-week creative journey with our Open Studio Art Therapy programme.

Each week you will be guided through a central theme that lets you gently explore your world in a supportive and respectful way. Get ready to widen how you look at the world and your responses to it.
Different from … View more
Join our 9-week creative journey with our Open Studio Art Therapy programme.

Each week you will be guided through a central theme that lets you gently explore your world in a supportive and respectful way. Get ready to widen how you look at the world and your responses to it.
Different from our other art therapy workshops you will be choosing your own mediums from the supplies provided, so be prepared to paint, draw or sculpt as part of this terms workshop.

Term 2 consists of 9 sessions
Starts Friday 3rd May
12.30pm - 2.30pm
$85 for the term.

Book at www.artsforhealth.co.nz...

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241 days ago

Poll: Would you want an unconventional funeral?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Funerals can cost as much as $22,000 and the planning can be stressful especially at a time when loved ones are grieving. Some New Zealanders are re-imagining funerals by making their own coffin or having a relaxed ceremony at home. Would you want a less traditional funeral? Share your thoughts … View moreFunerals can cost as much as $22,000 and the planning can be stressful especially at a time when loved ones are grieving. Some New Zealanders are re-imagining funerals by making their own coffin or having a relaxed ceremony at home. Would you want a less traditional funeral? Share your thoughts below.

Type 'Not For Print' if you wish your comments to be excluded from the Conversations column of your local paper.

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Would you want an unconventional funeral?
  • 83.9% Yes
    83.9% Complete
  • 13.9% No
    13.9% Complete
  • 2.2% Other - I'll share below!
    2.2% Complete
1975 votes
238 days ago

Spoil someone special this Mother’s Day

mags4gifts.co.nz

With Mother’s Day just around the corner, we’ve got you covered. Enjoy up to 34% off 1-year magazine subscriptions and grab a gift for yourself or a mother figure that’ll last all year long!

With over 50 titles to choose from, there’s something for everyone at mags4gifts.co.nz. To make … View more
With Mother’s Day just around the corner, we’ve got you covered. Enjoy up to 34% off 1-year magazine subscriptions and grab a gift for yourself or a mother figure that’ll last all year long!

With over 50 titles to choose from, there’s something for everyone at mags4gifts.co.nz. To make your gift even more special, make sure to click the “This order is a gift” box to add a free personalised e-card to your order. Mother’s Day offers end at midnight on 11 May, so don’t miss out! T&Cs apply.
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238 days ago

Outboard Fuel Tank - Brand New 25litre

Bruce from Chartwell

Genuine Quicksilver made in Canada.
Complete with gauge, hose and primer bulb
Brand new still in its wrapper
For sale less than half price.

Price: $87

238 days ago

Have you checked out the tiger cubs?

The Team Reporter from Hamilton Press

They’re furry, stripy and, now they’re growing at the rate of 1kg a week, won’t be babies for much longer.

Twin tiger cubs have become the core of attraction at Hamilton Zoo as visitors cannot get enough of the fluffy spurt of energy.

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238 days ago

Addictive Eaters Anonymous

The Team from Addictive Eaters Anonymous - Hamilton

I am no longer looking in from the outside

I had a sense of isolation and loneliness which had been with me from childhood. As an overweight child I went on to be an obese adult.

I suffered from massive anxiety and later on in life with depression. If asked how I was I would reply … View more
I am no longer looking in from the outside

I had a sense of isolation and loneliness which had been with me from childhood. As an overweight child I went on to be an obese adult.

I suffered from massive anxiety and later on in life with depression. If asked how I was I would reply 'fine', but inside felt dreadful. I recall feeling depressed in my late teens and later had postnatal depression with the births of my children. The amounts I was eating at these times increased and so did my weight - the more I ate, the worse I felt; the worse I felt, the more I ate.

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239 days ago

Do you take alternative milk in your coffee?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

The days of paying extra for is over at Wild Bean cafe but don’t expect your favourite city espresso haunt to follow their lead any time soon.

BP Australia and New Zealand took a “plant-based milk now at no extra cost” stance earlier this month as customers opting for the dairy … View more
The days of paying extra for is over at Wild Bean cafe but don’t expect your favourite city espresso haunt to follow their lead any time soon.

BP Australia and New Zealand took a “plant-based milk now at no extra cost” stance earlier this month as customers opting for the dairy alternatives tripled between 2017 and 2019.

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239 days ago

Are you fascinated by fossils?

The Team Reporter from Hamilton Press

Bones, teeth and other fossilised animal remains that have taken nearly 25 years to collect will soon be displayed in Hamilton.

City man Vance Smith has amassed about $15,000 worth of fossils and is opening a museum-shop in Frankton in May to share his passion.

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239 days ago

Ladies Arts Mornings

Arts for Health from Arts for Health Community Trust

Explore your creativity, connect with like-minded women, and enjoy a morning of art making in Hamilton!

Ladies Friday Art morning is perfect for meeting new people, exploring your artistic side, and taking time for yourself in this self-directed space. While our art team will pop in occasionally… View more
Explore your creativity, connect with like-minded women, and enjoy a morning of art making in Hamilton!

Ladies Friday Art morning is perfect for meeting new people, exploring your artistic side, and taking time for yourself in this self-directed space. While our art team will pop in occasionally to offer assistance and ideas, the focus is on your personal artistic journey.

Share this invitation with friends and have some fun. Suitable for all abilities.
Bring your own art materials or use our basic drawing materials to start you off.

Term 2 consists of 9 sessions
Starts Friday 3rd May
9.30am - 11.30am

$90 per term, bring your own materials.

Book here - www.artsforhealth.co.nz...

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239 days ago

What do you think about the number of alcohol outlets in your area?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

Te Kauwhata locals have won a major victory against the spread of booze shops in the north Waikato village.
In a just released decision, Waikato district’s licensing committee has knocked back an application to establish a Bottle-O outlet on Main Rd beside the library after receiving 81 … View more
Te Kauwhata locals have won a major victory against the spread of booze shops in the north Waikato village.
In a just released decision, Waikato district’s licensing committee has knocked back an application to establish a Bottle-O outlet on Main Rd beside the library after receiving 81 objections.

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239 days ago

Celebrating Our Resident Authors On World Book Day

Hilda Ross Retirement Village

It was World Book Day on the 23rd of April, so what better time to celebrate some of our talented residents who have published books.

They range from children’s books, to poems, from non-fiction to a first novel - and all are proof that there is no age limit when it comes to creativity!

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It was World Book Day on the 23rd of April, so what better time to celebrate some of our talented residents who have published books.

They range from children’s books, to poems, from non-fiction to a first novel - and all are proof that there is no age limit when it comes to creativity!

Click read more for the full story.

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239 days ago

Watercolour Art Class

Arts for Health from Arts for Health Community Trust

Explore the world of watercolour painting in our beginner to intermediate class, crafted to boost your creativity and artistic skills! Perfect for newcomers or those refining their talent, this class provides a supportive space for growth and learning.

Guided by our experienced instructor, … View more
Explore the world of watercolour painting in our beginner to intermediate class, crafted to boost your creativity and artistic skills! Perfect for newcomers or those refining their talent, this class provides a supportive space for growth and learning.

Guided by our experienced instructor, you'll delve into watercolour techniques, from mastering washes to blending and layering colours. Each inspiring session combines the freedom to experiment with structured guidance, enhancing your painting abilities.


Materials supplied for the first two classes, after this you must bring your own.

Term 2 consists of 8 sessions
Starts Tuesday 14th May
9.30am - 11.30am

$175 per term, bring your own materials.

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